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Conveyancing in Mere : Keep it Local

Reasons to use our Mere conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 Over the years Mere solicitor have developed very good working relationships with Mere local estate agents, banks, building societies, landlords and house builders enabling them to liaise at speed with all parties involved in the process of dealing with your house sale or purchase in Mere.
  • 2 Retaining the services of a high street Solicitor usually results in a more personal touch. When using a an online conveyancing factory, your conveyancing is dealt with by a team of people who check what is happening on the file by reading from their computer screens.
  • 3 There is a better than average chance that the the solicitors for the other party have offices in Mere - if so both parties will be on good working terms
  • 4 Our site offers most comprehensive domestic conveyancing directory service identifying bank approved law practices conducting conveyancing in Mere governed by the SRA or Council of Licensed Conveyancers.
  • 5 Mere solicitors work in conjunction with Mere estate agents, developers, surveyors, lenders and other professionals to ensure that the highest level of service is provided to buyers and sellers every step of the way, never losing sight of the time-critical nature behind your conveyancing transaction

Examples of recent conveyancing in Mere since December 2024*

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Transfer

of semi premises, The Lynch, BA12 6DQ completing on 03/01/2025 at a price of £345,000. The legal transfer of property included amongst the various tasks: dealing with appropriate requisitions and enquiries, taking formal instructions from and updating the seller client, agreeing completion date with parties

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Disposal

of semi property, Pitch Pan Lane, BA12 6FS completing on 27/01/2025 at a price of £380,000. The legal transfer of property included amongst the various tasks: drafting the sale agreement and Transfer, sending conveyancing papers to buyers representatives, preparing statement detailing charges

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Sale

of terraced premises, Melchester Close, SP8 4FB completing on 03/01/2025 at a price of £180,000. The legal transfer of property incorporates some of the following tasks: dealing with appropriate requisitions and enquiries, taking formal instructions from and updating the seller client, sending title deeds and signed transfer to purchaser’s conveyancer

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Disposal

of detached residence premises, Casterbridge Way, SP8 4FG completing on 22/01/2025 at a price of £392,000. The conveyancing process incorporates some of the following tasks: taking formal instructions from and updating the seller client, preparing statement detailing charges, sending title deeds and executed transfer to purchaser’s solicitor

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Mere

Why would one use a Mere conveyancing firm given that internet based alternatives are more affordable?

Its a good idea to contrast conveyancing costs in Mere and you should seek a competitive estimate but don’t become consumed with sourcing the lowest priced Mere conveyancer. Appointing the right conveyancer can be the difference between a smooth and a stressful move. It is important that you ensure that you have expert guidance from a trusted solicitor. Emails can't replace a telephone call and are no substitute for a one to one meeting. Our partner firms will allocate you a qualified and trusted conveyancing solicitor who can deal with your conveyancing from beginning to end, providing a level of hand holding that you will never get with an internet conveyancer. He or She will keep you updated as to any developments and keep you informed. Should it ever be necessary to contact the office you will be sure who to ask for and we'll ensure you're not left wondering what's going on.

Can you vouch for a Nationwide Building Society accepted Mere conveyancing conveyancer who can have us moved in within 10 days? Am I best advised to choose a high street Mere conveyancer or an internet conveyancer?

We can recommend some very good Mere conveyancing firms. You can also walk up the main road in Mere. Visit a couple of firms and request to speak with a conveyancing solicitor for a fee estimate. Discuss your requirements together with your reasons and ask for an assurance on speed. Select the one that appears most efficient.

I am told that my conveyancing solicitors will need to check that the building insurance for my purchase of a house in Mere. My lender is Platform

Platform have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook. As of 31/3/2025, the requirements read as follows :

I have been told that property searches are a common cause of hinderance in Mere house deals. Is that correct?

The Council of Property Search Organisations (CoPSO) published conclusions of research by MoveWithUs that conveyancing searches do not figure within the common causes of delays in the conveyancing process. Local searches are not likely to be the root cause of holding up conveyancing in Mere.

I was advised by three or four local selling agents in Mere to choose a solicitor on your site. What’s the financial inducement for Estate Agents to promote your lawyers ahead of a competitor’s?

We refuse to offer any financial incentive for pointing buyers and sellers in our direction. We thought it would be too underhand to pay a commission as members of the public would think, ‘How come the agent getting a kickback? Why aren’t I getting any benefit too?’ We would prefer to grow our business on genuine recommendations.

I today plan to offer on a house that seems to tick a lot of boxes, at a reasonable price which is making it all the more appealing. I have just discovered that the title is leasehold as opposed to freehold. I would have thought that there are issues buying a leasehold house in Mere. Conveyancing solicitors have not yet been appointed. Will my lawyers set out the risks of buying a leasehold house in Mere ?

The majority of houses in Mere are freehold rather than leasehold. This is one of the situations where having a local conveyancer who is familiar with the area who can assist with the conveyancing process. It is clear that you are purchasing in Mere so you should seriously consider looking for a Mere conveyancing practitioner and be sure that they have experience in dealing with leasehold houses. As a matter of priority you will need to check the unexpired lease term. Being a tenant you will not be entirely free to do whatever you want to the property. The lease comes with conditions for example requiring the freeholder’spermission to carry out alterations. You may also be required to pay a maintenance charge towards the maintenance of the estate where the property is part of an estate. Your conveyancer will advise you fully on all the issues.

Mere Conveyancing for Leasehold Flats - A selection of Queries before buying

    You should want to discover as much as possible concerning the company managing the building as they can either make living at the property much simpler or uncomfortable. Being a leasehold owner you are frequently at the mercy of the managing agents both financially and when it comes to daily matters such as the upkeep of the communal areas. Don't be shy to ask prospective neighbours if they are happy with their service. On a final note, investigate as to the dates that the service fees are due to the managing agents and precisely what it includes. It is important to be aware if window replacement or some other significant cost is anticipated to be shared amongst the leasehold owners and will dramatically increase the the maintenance charges or require a one time invoice. The best form of lease arrangement is if the freehold title is owned by the leaseholders. In this scenario the leaseholders benefit from control and although a managing agent is frequently retained where it is bigger than a house conversion, the managing agent retained by the leaseholders.

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Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Mere regulated by the SRA

The firms listed below are a small selection of solicitors in Mere with expertise in commercial conveyancing in Mere. This will likely include advice on granting a lease to a commercial tenant
  • Farnfields Llp, The Square, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 4AX

Domestic Licensed Conveyancers in Mere regulated by the CLC

Please be aware that the listed conveyancers do not limit their work for conveyancing in Mere but also conveyancing throughout England and Wales.
  • Sutherland & Co Property Lawyers, St Mary's Place, SP8 4AT

What to expect from a Licensed Conveyancer for conveyancing in Mere?

Licensed Conveyancers support the transfer of the legal title of a property from one person to another and cover conveyancing nationwide not just Mere. If appointed a Licensed Conveyancer regulated by the CLC, you are entitled to:
  • Receive an honest and lawful conveyancing.
  • Enjoy the benefit of a high standard of legal services.
  • Be supplied with your conveyancing dealt with using care, skill and diligence.
  • Enjoy the benefit of a high quality of service due to your lawyer’s arrangements, resources, procedures, skills and commitment.
  • Receive a service which is accessible and responsive to your individual needs.
  • You should not consider yourself discriminated against, victimised or harassed.
  • To receive the level you could expect, however, if you do your lawyer accepts responsibility for this and provides you with any appropriate redress.
  • Have your individual needs taken into account should a complaint be made.
  • Have a speedy, independent and comprehensive service if if a complaint is registered about your conveyancing in Mere.

*Source acknowledgement: House price data produced by Land Registry as well data supplied by Lexsure Ltd.

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